Take a trip to Beaver Lake Nature Center or see Hadestown at this week’s events
Look forward to exciting activities, from pet therapy to gardening, this week in Syracuse. Read more »
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Marvin Druger's 90th birthday celebrates an 'immeasurable' legacy at SU
Even at 90 years old, professor emeritus Marvin Druger is still as lively as he was his whole life. He’s known for being engaging, making people laugh and sharing his stories. Read more »
Sherry Cola's path to success is paved by being unapologetically herself
Sherry Cola, known for “Joy Ride” and “Good Trouble,” came to Syracuse University on Tuesday as the AAPI Month Commemorative Speaker. She told students to be unapologetically themselves. Read more »
'Cruel April' poetry workshops highlights Hispanic poets
On Thursday, Hispanic poets Marcelo Hernandez Castillo and Dashel Hernandez Guirado are coming to Syracuse for poetry readings. The event is a part of Point of Contact Gallery’s Cruel April poetry series. Read more »
Our humor columnist defeats their fear of the dark thanks to the solar eclipse
Somehow our humor columnist survived the total solar eclipse, even though she’s scared of the dark. She spent months preparing for the darkness the totality would bring. Read more »
International students from China experience art education differently in the U.S.
While understanding this pluralistic world, I still have a long way to go in exploring my insights and style as an international student. Whether an international student or domestic student, I encourage everyone to continue to reflect on your relationship with both creativity and conformity. Read more »
Arkasha Stevenson brings new aspects of body horror in ‘The First Omen’
Arkasha Stevenson’s new film “The First Omen” is a welcome addition to the “Omen” franchise. Read more »
Listen to local tunes or out of town ditty at this weekend’s concerts
Rock out to some indie, pop or alternative music this weekend. With shows at The Song & Dance and Funk ‘n Waffles, there is something for all types of music lovers. Read more »
Lil Yachty, Teezo Touchdown to perform at Block Party
Lil Yachty is headlining University Union’s annual Block Party, with supporting acts from Teezo Touchdown, ISOxo and FEƎM. Read more »
SU needs to better advocate for Arab students on campus
By allowing SU students to immerse themselves in the richness of Arab culture, and learn about it in academic spaces, we can facilitate a collective appreciation and understanding of Arab contributions and achievements. Read more »
SU Department of Drama's 'Touch(ed)' explores mental health with help of devoted cast, crew
“Touch(ed)” is a play of exploration into themes of mental health and wellness. In preparation, cast and crew members learned how to accurately portray their characters. Read more »
Lizzy McAlpine's 'Older' is a personal, artistic milestone
Lizzy McAlpine’s third album, “Older,” is more complex and somber than her former albums. Read more »
Despite cloudy weather, the 2024 solar eclipse was an ‘eruption’ of Syracuse spirit
Despite the cloudy weather, hundreds of people stared up at the sky on the Syracuse University campus to view the total solar eclipse. Read more »
Syracuse Mets host the only minor league baseball game on eclipse day
On Monday afternoon, fans gathered at NBT Bank Stadium for a viewing of the total solar eclipse and a Minor League Baseball game. They enjoyed eclipse-themed refreshments and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Read more »
Gallery: Syracuse's 'once in a lifetime' eclipse in photos
Syracuse's “once in a lifetime” total solar eclipse spurred celebration throughout the city and on university campuses. Festivities include watch parties, a 5k race, museum activities and more. Read more »
‘Quiet on Set’ reveals dark side of public pressure
Seeing them now being subjected to this same kind of behavior from the public as adults is nothing short of frustrating and infuriating because it means we haven’t actually learned anything from watching “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.” We haven’t learned our lesson about what pressure can do to people, how easily we can traumatize others. Read more »
Local newspapers uphold democracy. The government needs to protect them.
Supporting local journalism through tax breaks is a crucial step in revitalizing an industry that serves as the bedrock of democracy. Read more »
Monster Jam shakes up JMA Wireless Dome with racing, two-wheel skills
Lucas Stabilizer, driven by Linsey Read leaps into the air after gaining momentum from a dirt slope. Syracuse University’s JMA Wireless Dome was one stop on Monster Jam’s Stadium Championship Series East tour. Read more »
SASA brings fluorescent colors to campus with Holi celebration
This year’s Holi celebration featured colorful powders and rich laughter. The event was hosted by SU’s South Asian Student Association and Asian Students in America. Read more »
Light up your week with these solar eclipse events
Enjoy these events on and off campus to view the total eclipse in the most fun way. Read more »
Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics celebrates students, 50th anniversary
From therapy dogs to masseuses, the language, literature, and linguistics department's event on Friday was not a typical luncheon. Faculty, students and friends gathered to celebrate the department's 50th anniversary and its students. Read more »
Sing with joy over the perfect schedule for the fall semester
From Beyoncé’s album to Hozier’s EP, March was a month full of exciting new music releases. If you liked last month’s music, check out the culture section’s recommendations for classes to take next semester. Read more »
SU students have the power, responsibility to advocate for women of color in politics
It’s vital that we acknowledge our privileged status as students of a private institution. It is through highlighting change-driven voices that we make an impact in students' biases that go beyond a culturally-enriching event. Rather, we believe that student organizations are the catalysts needed to ignite systematic change as we have collective power in shifting the narrative through the resources that are at our disposal. Read more »
The African American studies department needs to be valued by administrators at SU
Ultimately, the fate of the AAS department isn't just a matter of academic administration, it's a reflection of our university's commitment to equity and justice. As students and stakeholders, we must demand better and hold our institution accountable. Read more »
